2007 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 408 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |